Originally Posted by
AdvXtrm
If I do end up doing more on-road than off, which I think is most likely, couldn't I just put some thinner more road oriented tires on those rims and make it bit quicker rolling and more road-bike(ish) in that regard?
I have Clement XPlor MSO 40mm tires on a bike that is set up just like the Mazama and love them. They arent lightweight road tires, but they are fast rolling and light relative to their size.
The bike doubles duty for gravel riding and pulling one of my kids when we do family rides, and the tires are excellent on pavement. They arent slow and are smooth rolling.
Just saying- take time with what comes stock as you may find they are excellent and dont need to be swapped out for something thinner.
Added benefit- 40s are a lot more comfortable in terms of absorbing road vibration.